Fried Green Tomato Sandwich

• 4 medium green tomatoes, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal (fine or medium grind)
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (for sauce and batter)
• 8 slices sandwich bread (toasted)
• 4 leaves lettuce
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   To make the sauce: Mix the mayonnaise with half of the Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Set aside.

2. 2

   Set up a breading station: Place flour in one shallow bowl. In a second bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk together. In a third bowl, mix the cornmeal with the remaining Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

3. 3

   Dip each green tomato slice first into the flour, shaking off excess, then into the egg mixture, and finally dredge in the cornmeal mixture until fully coated.

4. 4

   Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (350°F / 175°C).

5. 5

   Fry the tomato slices for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

6. 6

   Toast the bread slices.

7. 7

   Assemble the sandwiches with lettuce, fried green tomatoes, and a generous smear of the spicy mayonnaise sauce.